Across reviews for Fleurs et Cadeaux, the dining experience is described as a cozy, intimate Japanese-inspired spot with a standout tasting menu and superb sashimi, duck and ramen, and a strong emphasis on fresh, artfully presented, shareable dishes. The atmosphere is repeatedly praised as warm and stylish, with seating at the bar offering an up-close view of the kitchen and a lively, buzzy vibe, while the staff are noted as attentive, knowledgeable and friendly, though a few mention moments when service felt rushed or pacing could improve. The drinks and sake program is highlighted as well curated, pairing nicely with courses, and the quality of ingredients and creativity of preparations are commonly praised to justify the price. Portions are sometimes described as small for the cost, particularly on tasting menus, though many guests say the variety of dishes and the overall experience make it worthwhile. Some reviews note delays and other timing issues or a chilly draft, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive and many call it a must-visit in Montreal for date nights or celebrations, with reservations recommended due to popularity. Standout dishes include sashimi and duck, along with fried chicken and other inventive items, and desserts such as annin dofu or brownie with miso caramel receive praise, while the overall vibe, décor and attentive service keep guests coming back.
Great food, must love fish ! Seating is mostly around the bar where they prepare food. Pricing is affordable. Great wine list & great ambiance. You have to male réservations in advance its quite popular.
Cool restaurant with great interiors & a cool concept. However, when we walked in (with a reservation), no one greeted us, & there isn't much of a waiting area since the place is so small. It felt a bit awkward just standing by the door without any staff acknowledging us. The menu is on the smaller side, & my husband has some gut health issues, so he asked if a few dishes could be modified slightly. Unfortunately, the response was an immediate'no.' without offering any alternatives. The waiter wasn't rude, but that just created a weird vibe for us, so we left. It just didn't seem like the right spot for us. That said, others around us seemed to really enjoy their meals.
Jun 3, 2025
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I seriously had one of the best meals of my life here a couple of days ago. Our server was an absolute delight & helped our group of 5 make our selections &, omg, the food was delicious. Do not leave this place without trying the duck! I will recommend Fleurs&Cadeaux to anyone who will listen.
Food was overall excellent, we ordered the albacore tataki, the duck, the agedashi tofu & the lamb ramen. The tataki was very well done, fish was very fresh & the outsides were very nicely charred. The wasabi chimichurri was a perfect accompaniment. The duck was flavourful, moist & also charred very well on the outside, but we personally found the mushroom & accompanying veg to clash with the flavour slightly. The lamb ramen was the highlight of the dinner, the lamb chashu was generous, tasty & the texture was wonderful whilst the lamb broth itself felt like a hug. The noodles were also very well done, & still had a bite to them.
Service was also friendly & accommodating. Hope to be back soon!
A unique dining experience! The building has a charming vintage feel, & part of the kitchen is right in the middle of the restaurant, giving it an energetic, interactive vibe. We sat at the bar & loved watching the action unfold. We ordered the chicken nanban, the temaki sushi, & the aged miso duck dish. All were delicious, but the chicken was definitely the standout for me. The bathroom layout is a bit awkward, but it's a minor detail. Overall, I'd definitely come back again!
May 26, 2025
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This was our first trip to Montreal & this was our favorite restaurant on the trip. We had the tasting menu & the food was great all around. The sashimi with the lemony sauce & the duck breast were my favorites. We also had some gin cocktails that were really good.
The atmosphere is cool & we were able to see some of the cooking & preparation of sashimi from our place at the bar.
Overall we really enjoyed it & would definitely recommend!
Très belle découverte. Une cuisine japonaise raffinée & goûteuse. Si vous avez l'occasion de venir sur Montréal, franchissez la porte de ce restaurant où vous serez très bien accueilli & où la musique est présente mais pas envahissante. J'y ai passé un très bon moment.
Nice little hidden gem in Chinatown. The food was really good, felt like fine dining without the fine dining price. There are many great options to choose from & almost everything was very tasty. Reservations are definitely required for this place. The service was good, courteous & knowledgeable.
We ordered the chicken namban, agedashi tofu, donburi, sea urchin butter with bread & the lamb ramen. The ramen was the highlight for us, it was really flavorful & brought us back to Japan. The sea urchin was very tasty too, but if didn't feel like it had all that much seaurchin in the dish to be called a sea urchin dish. The donburi was also very tasty, though the nori was stale & took quite a bit of chewing. The tofu & the chicken namban were my least favorite. The tofu was a bit plain, though the sauce was very tasty. The chicken was a bit mushy & didn't really fit the rest of the meal, where everything was very well crafted.
The sashimi was a mix of hits & misses,the scallops were especially fresh & delicious, but the salmon was not fresh at all. The Agedashi Tofu was excellent, & the duck dish was also quite good. The environment is fair; a bit old & not particularly Japanese in style, but still acceptable. However, the biggest downside was the price,portions were quite small, making it feel overpriced for what we received.
Very innovative culinary experience in a fun atmosphere. We did the $70 tasting menu & it was more than we could eat. I did find it odd that they started with fried chicken & then moved to lighter vegetarian & fish fare, but most plates were delicious & there were many unexpected flavours. My only complaint would be about the booking process, which required a credit card & also filling out a questionnaire, which felt excessive. The email confirmation actually used the phrase that my reservation had been'received & APPROVED' - which just felt a bit arrogant. It's a restaurant, not a job application.
Love this spot. Highly recommend for a date night - sitting at the bar & watching the magic happen. The food is delicious & so worth the price. The atmosphere is great & the service is always very kind & attentive. The bar downstairs is also a very fun time to dance the night away when you're done eating.
What a surprise. The owners kept this restaurant well hidden! I would have never just walked in.
Very warm, in kind of refined atmosphere.
Great modern Asian food, duck, tuna+++
Some of the reviews must be from Americans that look for volume over refinement? I will be back.
